T-ball

The boys started T-ball yesterday.  They had a great time and were very excited about it.  Their team in the Incredibles and has kids 3-6 on it.  Spencer has really been wanting to play ball and was very upset when we missed the Little League deadline.  A friend in the ward coaches this team.  It's perfect since both boys can go together!

Drew had so much fun!  He opened an early birthday present and got a baseball glove just before we went to practice.  He was so proud of it!  While Drew batted, Spencer was right there, ready to grab the ball and put it back on the tee for him.
I think Spencer hit every ball.  He was thrilled to finally get to play ball!  Way to go Spencer!
The boys stayed close together while they took their turn fielding the ball.  It was good for Drew to be able to hang out with Spencer and watch the good example his brother set.
This morning while Travis was taking Spencer to school, out of the blue Spencer said, "It's pretty cool my friend Andrew's dad is my T-ball coach."  Travis agreed, then asked Spencer if he'd like Travis to be a coach.  With a big grin Spencer said "Yes!!!!"  Travis asked, "Would you listen to me?" and Spencer said, "Yes, I always listen to my coaches!"

Show your Work Night

"Mom, I love Show your Work Night.  It's my favorite thing ever!"  Tonight I got to spend the evening with Spencer at his Montessori school.  I had so much fun watching him do his work.  His teacher told me that he is a highly motivated kid and he helps motivate others.  Spencer jumped right in to his lesson folder tonight, passing off several lessons as I watched.  He didn't actually need to work on anything specific, just have fun and show me around, but he got right down to business.  His teacher, Miss Jill, said that's just how he tackles school.  He moves from one task to another like a man on a mission.  We feel so blessed to be able to send Spencer to this school.  It was an answer to prayer and has been a wonderful experience!  Spencer, I love you bud.  Keep learning and having fun!!!

What I want to be

We were discussing the possibility of moving to CA in a few years for a brief stint when I asked Spencer if he'd like to live by the ocean and be a surfer dude.  Of course he said no he's going to be a scientist.  Anyone who doesn't know Spencer wants to be a scientist hasn't been around him much.  Drew pipes up, "I still want to be a Dr!"  Now that's news to me!

The Count it

Today as we were driving to do some errands Drew kept saying "We go to count it first."  For the life of me, I couldn't figure out what he wanted to count.  Finally I realized he was telling  me to go the the accountant first.  He loves it when I go the the accountant's.  He usually waits in the car while I run in to drop-off or pick-up and I always come out with a treat for him.  Sorry Drew, the accountant wasn't on the list today.  Maybe next time!

Happy Birthday Bria!

It snowed all day on Bria's birthday.  We hunted for Easter eggs in the morning and had a fun  time indoors. 

Later, Bria had her first peep.

We made Bria a healthy bunny cake. It had whole wheat, carrots, raisins and apple juice in it.

She was very interested in the candles flame.

She thought the cake was OK, but she loved the frosting!!!

We got to talk to Uncle Kipp on Skype while we finished up the cake.

Bria got a pretty new dress for her birthday.

She loved it!

But she especially liked the bag!

Spencer calls her our sweet little Easter Princess. I agree!

The Flying Blender Lid

Drew was holding the lid of the blender, and he pushed it in front of him and it flew through the refrigerator.  It was so funny!  

-by Spencer

Germs!

I'm making Bria's Birthday cake this morning.  It's a bit involved and includes using the blender.  Drew was holding the lid for me and put his mouth on part of it.  Spencer jumped up and yelled "Wait!  Mom, I really don't want to eat the cake if Drew's germs are in it!"  Don't worry Spencer, I'll wash the lid before I use the blender!

Treat Bowl

We tried something new for general conference this year.  We made a chart of important words that might be mentioned and posted it. When the kids heard a word during the morning sessions they could put a sticker next to it.  The afternoon sessions were a little more exiting with the addition of treats.  I think Spencer especially liked Elder Bednar's talk on Temples!  A  treat for every time he said temple!  My hope is that this sugary activity will help him remember how important temples are.  =-) 

The treats

Choosing what to have next.

Drew just heard another word on the list.

Spencer finally got the treat bowl away from dad.

I think Travis loved this activity as much (or more) then the boys!

We finished off the candy before the first hour but Spencer sat with me in the rocking chair for quite awhile and listened.  It was great!  Much better than I expected from my boys.  I was able to listen better too because the boys were focused and happy!  At least better than usual.

 We also had the boys working on a conference packet.  They enjoyed checking to see the color of everyones tie.  Another favorite activity we didn't do this year was to have the kids circle who is speaking in the previous conference Ensign.  They use a different color marker for each session.  

Baby Talk

Bria's first word, at least the first word we have all heard and can agree on is "baby."  She loves her baby Nana gave her for Christmas.  She crawls around the house with it.  She also loves her little bunny Megan gave her.  They are both her babies.  When Bria wants something she usually reaches for it and growls.  Now if the something she wants has a face she reaches and says "baby."